Xchange Ep 8: 24/7 trading in the US – what does it mean for post-trade?

In December 2026, leading US exchanges (including Nasdaq, NYSE and 24X) are expected to begin offering live trading for cash equities on a 24x7 basis. The DTCC will already begin 23x5 clearing of these securities in June 2026. It’s a change to trading hours, but a transformational shift in operational and processing requirements for US market participants. It will create significant new pressures…